It is generally our intention to communicate in the best way possible with those around us. Very few of us intentionally set out to manipulate people in any way. But when we want something really badly, or have our heart set on an outcome, we may find ourselves being manipulative without even realizing it. […]

Do your children ever give you what are commonly known as guilt trips? Guilt trips are a form of emotional manipulation that people use to try to make someone feel bad about not conforming to their wishes. Guilt trips are commonly used in family and other relationships, but they are destructive and a wrong way […]